Banyule City Council is an award-winning organisation known for its customer-focused culture, innovation, and commitment to continuous improvement. We take pride in delivering high-quality services that create positive outcomes for our diverse and vibrant community.
Why you’ll love this role and what you’ll be doing
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Statutory Planner to join our Development Planning team on a temporary full-time basis.
In this role, you’ll assess and manage a range of complex planning applications, provide expert advice to the community, and contribute to quality development outcomes across Banyule. You’ll work on varied projects spanning residential, commercial and industrial developments, collaborating closely with planners and specialist teams including arboriculture and sustainability professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and process planning permit applications and subdivisions
- Prepare professional reports and recommendations for Council
- Provide planning advice to the public and key stakeholders
- Represent Council at VCAT hearings and prepare submissions
- Work collaboratively across Council to ensure coordinated planning outcomes
- Mentor and support less experienced planners
- Contribute to process improvements and planning projects
About you/what you’ll bring
You’ll have a recognised tertiary qualification in urban planning and experience in a planning role at either local government or private level. You’ll also have
- A working knowledge and understanding of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and associated statutory procedures including the provisions and both State and Local Planning Policies of the Planning Scheme.
- Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time management and administrative skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including report writing.
- Knowledge of the principles and best practice of statutory planning.
Pre-employment requirements
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
What we offer:
- A temporary full time parental leave cover position (17 August 2026 to 27 September 2027) with a monthly RDO
- Hybrid working model, split between working from home and modern Greensborough office close to public transport, café and shops
- An attractive salary of $101,202.68 to $110,025.50 per annum (dependent on experience) plus super
- Learning and individual development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team and leadership
- A range of generous leave entitlements
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
How to apply
For more information about this position please take a look at the position description. If you have any questions please call Hayley Plank on 9457 9817 or David Moon on 9457 9871 for a confidential conversation.
To apply for this position, please include your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description.
Applications close: 09 July 2026 at 11:45 pm .
Why choose Banyule? Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. You'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded. Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]
Our Values : Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.
Diversity Statement : Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025 .
Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians : Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history. Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment : Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
